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Bentley Systems: Evolution, not revolution

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He has seen the application of such technologies on projects first-hand. “I I joined Bentley in 2006 during our works with building information modelling (BIM) on the Olympics in London,” says King. “I I then spent some time in the Middle East on some big construction projects. One example is WSP.

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Characteristics of Strategic Collaboration and Efficient Construction Project Delivery

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The characteristics of strategic collaboration and efficient construction project delivery are discussed below. Mandatory early and ongoing collaboration for each project. Integrated planning, procurement, and project delivery processes and team. Lower project related cost growth. management. Shared boundaries.

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Why Projects Fail

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A great deal of research has been done one why projects fail. First and foremost is important to understand that all projects are exercises in managing change. The fact that variation is going to occur (relative to planned activities and outcomes) during the project is a given.

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Lean methodology is ignored by the construction sector

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While there has been a fair amount written about Lean principles, actual application in the form of an integrated construction planning, procurement, and project delivery methodology has been limited to 5% or less actual work. Journal of Civil Engineering and Management, 14(2), 73–78. References: Abdelhamid, T. 1440-7027). Cullen, P.

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Celebrating our 20th Anniversary

Rapport3

Setting up initially in a small central London office and working on several bespoke Intranets for some high-profile Architectural practices, a decision was made to build a configurable off the shelf practice management system, and so began the journey of Rapport3. If not, why not book a free demo of Rapport3 to see what it could offer you?

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Celebrating our 20th Anniversary

Rapport3

Setting up initially in a small central London office and working on several bespoke Intranets for some high-profile Architectural practices, a decision was made to build a configurable off the shelf practice management system, and so began the journey of Rapport3. If not, why not book a free demo of Rapport3 to see what it could offer you?

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Planning Major and Minor Facilities / Asset Repair, Refurbishment, Maintenance, Renovation, and Construction

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How real property owners and facilities management professionals traditionally plan, procure, and deliver projects is the most significant barrier to improving capital reinvestment performance outcomes. In fact, less than 20% of all projects are delivered on-time and on-budget, or per stakeholder requirements.